Patterson Cemetery District
Obits listing
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Abbott Billy F 711118 np
Mechanic Dies On Arrival; Billy Frank Abbott, 37, of Fresno collapsed on Las Palmas Ave. Monday when stepping from
the cab of a repair truck he had driven to Patterson to tow home another truck owned by his firm which had broken down
on that street. Abbott, a company mechanic, was pronounced dead on arrival at Del Puerto Hospital. The funeral will be
held tomorrow, Friday, in Clovis. Evans Funeral Chapel handled the arrangements.
Adams Alvin B 710722 np
Alvin Adams Dies at Home After Illness; Tuesday private funeral rites were conducted for Alvin Benjamin Adams, 58, in
Salas Brothers Funeral Chapel, Modesto, and burial was in Modesto Cemetery. Mr. Adams died Sunday in his Patterson
home after a long illness. Born in El Paso, Texas, he had lived in Patterson 35 years. He was a vending machine
manufacturer and a member of the Christian Science Church. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Ella Mae Adams of 111
North Seventh Street, a daughter, Mrs. Carol Amen of Modesto, a son, Stephen Adams of San Francisco, and two
grandchildren.
Ament Forrest 711014 np
Forrest Ament Dies in Hospital after Illness; Funeral services were held Monday at Evans Funeral Chapel for Forrest
Leland Ament, 60, who died Friday in a local hospital after a long illness. Burial was in Patterson District Cemetery.
A native of Sugar City, Colorado, Mr. Ament had lived here for seven years. He was a retired hod carrier. He is survived
by his widow, Mrs. Pauline Ament of 525 F Street; a son, Clint Ament of El Monte; two daughters, Mrs. Frostene
Cannon of Azusa, and Miss Sandra Lee Ament of El Monte; three stepsons, Robert, Jack and Charles Brady, all of
Ventura, and a stepdaughter, Bea Lynn Ament of Bakersfield. Also surviving him are two brothers, Glenn Ament of
Sebastopol and Clifford Ament of Colorado; two sisters, Mrs. Uirgal Benson and Iva Youngblood, both of Colorado and
six grandchildren.
Aragona Geatana 711028 np
Services Held Here Monday; A requiem mass was held Monday at Sacred Heart Church for Geatana Aragona, 73, of
15412 First Street, who died October 21 in a local hospital after a long illness. Burial was in Patterson District Cemetery.
A native of Italy, he had lived in Patterson for 38 years. He was a retired creamery employee and a member of the Sons of
Italy in Los Banos. Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Mary Aragona of Patterson, one son, Carnelo Aragona of Argentina; a
daughter, Mrs. Rose B. Cozzitorto of San Jose; two stepsons, Mike John Imperatrice of Los Banos and James Imperatrice
of Fresno; two sisters and three brothers in Argentina and Italy, and nine grandchildren.
Barns Ruby E 710506 np
Mrs. Barns Meets Her Death in Accident; Mrs. Ruby Ellen Barnes, 80, of Tracy, formerly of Patterson, was pronounced
dead on arrival at Tracy Community Memorial Hospital Friday after being hit and run over by a car backing out of a
driveway in her city. Funeral services were held Monday at Hotchkiss Mortuary chapel in Tracy, and interment was in the
Tracy Cemetery. According to the Tracy Police Department, Mrs. Barnes had walked behind a car driven by Theodore
W. "Ted" Oliver, 70, when he was backing out of his driveway, and he had hit her knocking her down under the car.
A native of Ontario, Canada, Mrs. Barnes came to Patterson with her husband and children when young, and raised her
children here. She left in 1942 as a widow for Tracy where she made her home with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr.
and Mrs. Ray Swanigan. She is survived by three daughters besides Mrs. Swanigan, Mrs. Robert Kellogg of Tracy, Mrs.
William Peach of Citrus Heights and Mrs. Frank Nisson of Santa Cruz; three sons, Samuel Barnes of Alberta, Canada,
Glen Barnes of Tucson, Ariz., and Allen Barnes of Elk Creek. She also leaves three sisters, Mrs. Edith Howarth, Mrs.
Julia Woods and Mrs. Merta Maglinski, all of Saskatoon, Canada; 13 grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren.
Bellani Margaret 710225 np
Mrs. Bellani Dies Suddenly Buried Here; A requiem mass was said Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church for Mrs.
Margaret Bellani, 84, who died suddenly at her home, 22 North Filth Street, February 18. Burial was in Patterson District
Cemetery. A native of Italy, Mrs. Bellani had lived in Patterson for 39 years. She is survived by her husband, Robert
Bellani, and one son, Americo Bellani, both of Patterson; five daughters, Mrs. Florence Berisch of Daly City, Mrs. Olga
Rodriquez of San Jose, Mrs. Inez Davis of Cotati; Mrs. Palma Steffen of San Francisco and Mrs. Lea Wingard of
Minnesota; 15 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
Bertolero Amelia E 711216 np
Mrs. Bertolero Dies Suddenly in Salida Home; A chapel service was held Monday at Franklin & Downs Funeral Home in
Modesto for Mrs. Amelia E. Bertolero, 56, who died suddenly in Salida Friday. A private committal followed in
Lakewood Memorial Park. Mrs. Bertolero was the twin sister of Mrs. Alma Schmidt of Patterson. A native of Newman,
she came to Patterson when she was five years old. She was graduated from local schools and lived here until her
marriage 35 years ago. She was a member of the Salida Congregational Church and the Salida Bethany Circle. Survivors,
besides her sister, are her widower, Louis Bertolero of Salida; two sons, Henry Bertolero of Modesto and LeRoy
Bertolero of Winters; a daughter, Mrs. Marlene Stambaugh of Orange County; her mother, Mrs. Emma Bontadelli of
Saratoga, and six grandchildren.
Bettes Gladas L 711014 np
Mrs. Bettes Dies in Hospital in Modesto; Funeral services were held Friday at Evans Funeral Chapel for Mrs. Gladas
Loraine Bettes, 60, who died October 7 in a Modesto hospital. Interment was in Patterson District Cemetery. A native of
Oklahoma, she had lived here 34 years. She a survived by her widower, Harry Bettes at 315 South Fifth Street; a son,
Robert Charles Bettes in the U.S. Navy; a daughter, Mrs. Jackie Marie Stanley; her mother, Mrs. Charles C. Davis; a
sister, Mrs. Fern Wilson, and a brother, Delmar C. Lowery, all of Texas; six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.
Bishop Arthur A 710114 np
Arthur Bishop Dies in Hospital in Los Angeles; Funeral services for Arthur A. Bishop, 74, were held Tuesday in Los
Angeles where he also was buried. He died Saturday in St. Vincent s Hospital in that city. He leaves his wife, Betty
Bishop, of Los Angeles. His parents, William and Martha Bishop, came to Patterson in 1910, he as an employee of
Standard Oil Company. She was a nurse here for many years accompanying the doctor on his house calls before
Patterson had a hospital. Also, for many years, she acted as Mrs. Santa Claus at community Christmas parties for
children. Arthur Bishop left Patterson after finishing school here, but has been back and forth to town over the years
keeping in touch with his old friends. He was a veteran of World War I, and manufacturer of the Trimmer Edge lawn
mower.
Bronzan Grace E 710624 np
Former Pattersonite Buried in San Jose; Mrs. Grace Eleanor Bronzan, 62, who was raised in Patterson and is a graduate
of Patterson High School, died June 17 in a San Jose Hospital after a long illness. Funeral services were conducted June
19 at Oak Hill Mortuary s Chapel of Roses. Interment was in Oak Hill Memorial Park. Mrs. Bonzan was born in
Chicago, Ill., and lived with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Emanuel Olson of Orange Avenue, here during her growing years.
She earned her degrees at the University of California, Berkeley, and Santa Barbara before becoming a home economics
teacher. Mrs. Bronzan was a teacher in the Cambrian Elementary School District from 1953 through 1965 when she
retired. Surviving Mrs.Bronzan are her daughter, Sharon Bronzan and her son, Robert A. Bronzan, both of Eugene, Ore.;
her brother, Kenneth Olson, and her mother, Mrs. Tulle Olson, both of Turlock.
Brown John W 711021 np
John W. Brown Dies at Home in El. Solyo; Services were held yesterday, Wednesday, in the Sunset Ridge Cemetery,
Kenosha,Wis., for John William Brown, 75, who died Saturday at his home in El Solyo Village. A native of Illinois, he
had lived in Stanislaus County for 11 years, the past two in Patterson. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Kenneth
Meatink of Kenosha; four sons, Ray Charles and Carl Brown of Kenosha and Donald Brown of Portland, Ore; a sister,
Mrs. Peter Christiansen of Kenosha; 15 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren.
Bumpus Tena P 710107 np
Stocktonite Buried Here Tuesday; Graveside services ware held for Mrs. Tena Pagel Bumpus, 86, aunt of Mrs. M.W.
Yale of Patterson, Thursday in Patterson District Cemetery. Rev. Harold F. Blakley delivered the eulogy. Mrs. Bumpus
died it her home in Stockton December 28. She was a native of Holton, Kan. Other survivors are: Two grandchildren,
Patricia and William Bumpus of Stockton; a brother, Theodore Pagel of Kansas; eight nieces, Margareta Dean and
Lucille Kibbe of Hayward, Marie Rooney of Oshland, Carolyn Andler of Kansas City, Mo., and Edith, Louise, Anna and
Alice Pagel of Iowa, and eight nephews, Joseph, Leon and Paul Pegel of Vancouver, Wash., D. H . Pagel of Netawaka,
Kan., and Carl, Henry, Harmon and Vernon Pagel of IowaMrs. Bumpus'. Sire. Rumpus husband, William Bumpus, and
son, Everett Bumpus, preceded her in death. Evana Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Calzada Gerado T 710610 np
Gerado Calzada Dies in Hospital; A requiem mass was held Tuesday at Sacred Heart Church for Gerado T. Calzada, 70,
of Livingston Circle, Westley, who died Friday night in a local hospital after a short illness. Burial was in Patterson
District Cemetery. A native of Mexico, Mr. Calzada has lived in Westley for six years. Surviving him are his wife, Mrs.
Petra Calzada of Westley, two sons, Emilio Calzada of Washington and Francisco Calzada of Westley, one daughter,
Mrs. Emma Montalbo of Westley; a brother, Lacaro Calzada of Mexico, and 14 grandchildren.
Cardoza Manuel V 710506 p1
Manuel Cardoza to be Buried in Pacific Grove; Funeral services will be held today, Thursday, at 9:30 a.m. in the Paul
Mortuary in Pacific Grove for Manuel V. Cardoza, of Monterey, 73, who died Tuesday morning in a Monterey hospital.
Mr. Cardoza is the father of Mr. Manuel Cardoza of 629 North Third Street. Interment will be in Pacific Grove Cemetery.
Mr. Cardoza, who had been ill for approximately two weeks, also leaves his widow, Mrs. Maria Cardoza of Monterey,
one other son, Tony Cardoza of San Mateo; a daughter, Mrs. Betty Burbidge of San Caelos; five grandchildren and two
great grandchildren. Born in the Azores Islands, he lived in Patterson for 35 years leaving nine years ago. He was a
retired rancher, a member of U.P.E.C. and Our Lady of Fatima in Los Banos and Pacific Grove.
Carlson Charlotte 711209 np
Mrs. Carlson Dies in Hospital After Illness; Funeral services were held Wednesday morning in the Evangelical Covenant
Church for Mrs. Marie Charlotte Carlson, 60, who died Sunday morning at a local hospital alter a long illness. Interment
was in Patterson District Cemetery. A native of Chicago, she had lived in Patterson since 1921. She was a graduate
nurse, having received her training at Emanuel Hospital in Turlock. She had been a deaconess of the Evangelical
Covenant Church for many years, and had held a number of offices in the Covenant Women. She also was a member of
the Patterson Garden Club. Survivors are her husband, Paul Carlson, at their 416 North Fourth Street home; two
daughters, Mrs. Marilyn Lyons and Mrs. Donna Schali, both of Patterson; two brothers, David Leaf of Crows Landing
and Arthur Leaf of Patterson, and four grandchildren. The family requests that any remembrances be made either to the
Evangelical Covenant Church or to the Stanislaus County Cancer Society.
Carrier Dennis R 710325 np
Westley Man Dennis Carrier Buried Here; Funeral services were held Monday at Evans Funeral Chapel for Dennis Ray
Carrier, 77, of 8724 River Road, Westley, who died Friday in a local hospital. Interment was in Patterson District
Cemetery. A native of Nebraska, Carrier lived in Westley for 44 years. He was a retired employee of the West Stanislaus
Irrigation District. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Lillian Carrier at home, and a sister, Mrs. Dora Longbrake of Nebraska.
Casseri Robert Mrs 710204 np
Mrs. Casseri Dies up North, Area People Go; Mrs. Emma Acquistapace of 215 M Street and her daughter, Mrs. Manuel
Matoza of Gustine, are home from Everett, Wash., where they attended the funeral January 25 of the local woman s
daughter-in-law, Mrs. Robert Casseri, 51,who died suddenly January 21 while working in an Everett store. Services were
in an Everett funeral chapel, and burial in a cemetery in that city. Mrs. Casserl leaves her husband, a son and two
daughters. Mr. Casseri, who was raised in Patterson, is with Standard Oil in Everett. Mrs. Acquitapace and her daughter
flew north from San Francisco January 24, and returned January 27.
Christiabson Gertrude L 710408 np
Once Lived Here, Rites in N.M.; News has reached Patterson of the death of Mrs. Gertrude Lindgren Christianson, 57,
who once lived in Patterson, and who graduated from Patterson High School in 1932. Her father once was a constable
here. She died March 23, and funeral services were held March 25 in the Berardinelli Mortuary, Santa Fe, N.M.
Interment was in Guaje Pine Cemetery there. Survivors are her husband Harold Christianson, three daughters, Gayle,
Patricia and Beverly, and one son, Paul.
Conner Sallie M 711104 np
Mrs. Conner Dies in Newman; Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Evans-Kreiger Funeral Chapel in
Gustine for Mrs. Sallie M. Conner, 87, who died Sunday morning in a Newman rest home. Interment was in Hills Ferry
Cemetery, Newman. She was the mother of Mrs. Nancy Parros of Patterson. A native of Fleming, Texas, Mrs. Conner
had lived in the Gustine area for 34 years. She is survived also by three sons, Bradley Conner of Stevinson, Elbert Conner
of Gustine, and James Conner of Davis; three other daughters, Mrs. Gladys Edwards and Mrs. Laverne Watkins of
Gustine and Mrs. Helen Bedford of Corona; 28 grandchildren, and 48 great grandchildren.
Covello Albert 710128 np
Albert Covello Dies at Home After Illness; A requiem mass was said Tuesday in Sacred Heart Church for Albert Covello,
52, who died Saturday afternoon in his home at 325 M Street alter a short illness. Burial was in Patterson District
Cemetery. A native of Newman, he lived in Patterson for 44 years. He is survived by his father, Pasquale Covello, and
two brothers, James and Carl Covello, all of Patterson.
Cover Etta R 710708 np
Mrs. Cover Dies in Modesto, Buried Here; Etta B. Cover,82, who had lived in Patterson for 40 years before moving to
Modesto in 1946, was buried here in Patterson District Cemetery Wednesday. The preliminary funeral service was in the
First Southern Baptist Church, and Evans Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. The former Patterson woman
died Sunday in a Modesto rest home. She was a native of Indiana. Surviving her are her husband, John R. Cover of
Modesto; one son, Jack Rose of Modesto; two daughters, Mrs. Anna Pinheiro of Kingsburg, and Mrs. Isabell Appleby of
Coburg, Ore.; a stepson, John R. Cover, Jr., of Las Vegas; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Mary Beth Loudermilk of Van Nuys; nine
grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
Crone Victor N 711021 np
Services Held for Crone, Williams After Accident; Services were held Wednesday for two Patterson men who were
killed instantly early last Saturday morning when their pick-up plunged off the Early Intake-Cherry Valley Road four
miles north of Buck Meadows. Killed were Victor Newell Crone, 64, and Benjamin Hough Williams, 70. Crone, in
whose pickup they were riding was apparently the driver. Fog and a switchback curve were attributed by highway
patrolmen as the probable cause of the accident. No skid marks were found. Crone s body was found 400 feet down the
embankment under aluminum boat, and William s body was discovered 200 feet farther down. The pickup landed in the
north fork of the Tuolumne River, some 800 feet from where It left the roadway. An inquest was held early this week.
Services were held in Evans Funeral Chapel Wednesday morning, for Mr. Crone with burial in Jerseyville, Illinois. He
was a native of that state, and had lived here 17 years, working as a self employed carpenter. He leaves a son, Robert Hall
Crone, and a daughter, Barbara Jane Crone, both of Patterson; three brothers, Virgil, Lawrence and James T. Crone, all of
Illiones. The family requested that remembrances be made to the Stanislaus County Heart Association or the Cancer
Society. Services were held Wednesday afternoon in the Evans Funeral Chapel for Mr. Williams, and burial was in
Acacia Memorial Park, Modesto. A native of Kentucky, Williams had lived in Patterson since 1924. He was a retired
diesel engineer employed by the Phillips 66 Company for 44 years. He was a member of the local Masonic Lodge and of
the West Side Sportsmen s Club. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Ellen Williams of Patterson; two daughters, Mrs. Patricia
Carol Hoffman of Sacramento and Mrs. Darlene Trevey of San Francisco; two sisters, Mrs. Jessie Treat of Newman and
Mrs. Anna Swote of Hayworth; two brothers, Edgar Kirby Williams of Lindsay and Bruce Raymond Williams of
Southern California, and two grandchildren.
Crooks Arthur 710708 np
Arthur Crooks Meets Death; Services were held June 29 at Wessendorf Holmes Chapel in Santa Cruz for Arthur Crooks,
53, brother of Cashues Crooks of 320 E Street and of Mrs. Annabelle Lucas of 218 1/ 2 South Fourth Street who died
June 24 in a Santa Cruz hospital after a three month illness. Mr. Crooks had visited in Patterson often and had many
friends here. For many years he had been associated with the Santa Cruz Begonia Gardens. He is survived by two other
brothers, Walter Crooks of Grantville, Utah and Raymond Crooks of Merced.
Days Manuel R 710107 np
Friday Funeral to be Held for M. R. Days; A rosary will be recited this evening at 6 o clock in the Evans Funeral Chapel
for Manuel Rodrick Days, 62, who died Tuesday in a Modesto hospital after a lengthy illness. A requiem mass will be
celebrated at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, in Sacred Heart Church, and interment will be in Patterson District Cemetery.
A native of Massachusetts, Days had lived in this area of Stanislaus County for 30 years. He leaves his wife, Mary Days
of Highway 33 in Patterson; two sons, Robert and Tony Days, both of Patterson; four grandchildren; his mother, Mrs.
Anthony Days, two brothers, Anthony and Ernest Days and a sister, Mrs. Evangeline Self, all of Santa Barbara. The
family has asked that memorials in Mr. Days name be made to the University of Colorado and left with Evans Funeral
Chapel.
De Orr Charles F 710923 np
Charles De Orr Dies in Modesto after Illness; Funeral services were held Friday at Evans Funeral Chapel for Charles
Frank De Orr, 73, who died September 15 in a Modesto hospital after a short illness. A native of Connecticut, he had
lived here for 15 years. A veteran of World War I, he was a retired produce packing foreman of Patterson and Stockton.
Surviving him are a daughter, Mrs. Betty R. Ruston of El Toro, and a grandson, Charles Ruston, who is with the U.S.
Navy aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise.
Derrick Beverly 710218 np
Mrs. Derrick Dies; A one time resident of Patterson, Mrs. Beverly Derrick, 42, of San Jose, was buried Saturday after
ceremonies at Oak Hill Memorial Park in her home city. She died in a San Jose hospital Feb. 9 after a long illness.
Born in Patterson, Mrs. Derrick was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Eggers, Sr., who lived here with their
family from 1923 to 1938 when Mr. Eggers was transferred to Ryer Island near Rio Vista by the Del Monte Company.
Survivors of Mrs. Derrick are her husband, Harry Derrick; a son, Harry Derrick, Jr., a daughter, Mrs. Carolyn Beasley,
and two grandsons, all of San Jose; two sisters, Mrs. Meralee Light of Tracy and Mrs. Jeanne "Betty" Machado of
Capitola; five brothers, William, Robert, LeRoy and Dennis Eggers, all of Tracy, and Kenneth Eggers of Miltpitas,
She also leaves three aunts, Mrs. Louise Haffensperger, Mrs. Carrie Kenner and Mrs. Emma Gonzales, and three cousins,
Frederick Irwin, Ray Murphy and Mrs. Gladys Wagener. During World War II, Mrs. Derrick made her home with Mrs.
Light while her husband served with the U.S. Navy. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Fund.
Dittman Herman 710805 np
Herman Dittman Dies in Colo. While on Trip; Herman Dittman, formerly of Patterson and now of Loomis, died in
Pueblo, Colo., Monday while on a trip. He became suddenly ill and was hospitalized in this city where he died. Funeral;
services will be held next Monday at 2 p.m. in the Sans Foothill Chapel, Loomis. Mr. Dittman leaves his wife, Mrs.
Lucille Dittman, and a stepdaughter.
Doe Jane 710916 np
No Identity Of Girl in Canal; The body of a young woman,.possible a young girl, found murdered and floating in the
Delta Mendota Canal last Saturday morning, has still not been identified. It is speculated the girl is from this area, and
that she may have been quite young. It was reported she was about 5 feet 5 and 135 pounds. No one fitting this
description has been reported missing in this county. The body was noticed by Ernest Hefner of Tracy, an employee of
the US Department of the Interior who was patrolling the canal between Patterson and Westley about midmorning last
Saturday. The girl apparently died of numerous deep stab wounds. An attempt had been made to cut off her fingers, hut
only a thumb was missing from the body. (Identified in 10-14-1971 Irrigator as Darlene Elaine Groover)
Dorsey Belle 711111 np
Mrs. Dorsey Dies in Hospital After Illness; Funeral services were held Friday at Evans Funeral Chapel for Mrs. Belle
Dorsey, 69, who died Nov 2 at Del Puerto Hospital after a brief illness. Interment was in Patterson District Cemetery.
A native of Missouri, Mrs. Dorsey had lived on East Marshall Road for 25 years. She is survived by her husband,
William A. Dorsey; four daughters, Mrs. Irma Lee Barnes of Missouri, Mrs. Audie Johnson of Poplar; Mrs. Icie Naylor
of Modesto and Mrs. Helen Ollar of Stockton; four sons, Bob G. and Junior Caudell of Crows Landing; Joe Caudell of
Modesto, and William Caudell of Oklahoma; 14 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Dutra Elaie E 710805 np
St. Paul Burial For Mrs. Dutra; A funeral service was held at Evans Funeral Chapel Saturday for Mrs. Elsie Eleanor
Dulra, 69, who died in her sleep July 28 at her home. Another service was held in St. Paul, Minn., Tuesday, and burial
was in Fort Snelling National Cemetery in that city. A native of Minneapolis, Minn., she had lived in Patterson 25 years.
She is survived by her husband, Frank Dutra. a son, Richard Clifford Tiegen, two sisters, Mrs. Olga Burke and Mrs.
Alvina Rynning, and two grandchildren, all of Minneapolis.
Elmquist Hilding W 710128 np
Hilmar Man Electrocuted At Vernalis; A well known Hilmar area farmer, Hilding William Elmquist, 54, was electrocuted
last Sunday noon when attempting to free a hot air balloon from high voltage lines near the Vernalis dragstrip. The
balloon, piloted by Raoul Nadeau of San Mateo, had made a landing in a field and then was blown into the power lines.
Nadeau climbed out safely but Elmquist was electrocuted when he began pulling at guy wires. An ambulance company
from Modesto, on duty at the nearby strip where racing was underway, rushed him to a Modesto hospital where he was
dead on arrival.
Flemming Thomas 710923 np
Thomas Fleming Dies in Modesto After Surgery; Thomas Fleming, 74, of El Solyo Village died Wednesday morning at a
Modesto hospital after surgery. There will be visitation hours at Franklin S Downs Funeral home in Modesto today,
Thursday, from 5 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be private. A native of Dalry, Scotland, Mr. Fleming lived for 51
years in San Francisco where he was an estimator for painting contractors. He and Mrs. Fleming, who survives him,
came to Patterson to live last October. He was a member of the Scottish St. Andrew s Society in San Francisco for many
years and was the organization s financial secretary for 15 years. He also was a member of the Scottish Clan Frazier, of
the Caledonia Club and of the American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Gussie Fleming, at their El Solyo
Village home; three sisters, Mrs. George Moore of Los Angeles, Mrs. J.W. Rollinson of San Mateo and Mrs. Margaret
Torres of San Francisco; one brother, James Fleming of Redwood City, one niece, and four nephews in Scotland. The
family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, tributes be sent to the Heart Fund.
Furtado Antone R 710121 np
Rites for A.R. Furtado Held in Santa Cruz; Funeral services were held Wednesday morning in a Santa Cruz Catholic
Church for Antone Roga Furtado, 78, who died Sunday in a hospital in that city after a long illness. Burial was in Holy
Cross Cemetery, Santa Cruz. Mr. Furtado is survived by his wife, Mary E. Furtado, one son, Edward A. Furtado, and one
daughter, Dorothy Harmon, all of Santa Cruz and another daughter, Geraldine Morganti of Crows Landing; seven
grandchildren, and one great grandchild. A native of Fayal, Azores Islands, Mr. Furtado came to the United States at the
age of 17 and lived for a time in San Francisco and Oakland before moving to Patterson in 1919 with his wife and one
daughter. He operated a dairy farm here until 1947 when he retired and moved to Santa Cruz. He was a member of the
Portuguese fraternal organizations, I.D.E.S. and U.P.E.C. White's Mortuary was in charge of funeral arrangements.
Gama Maria J 711104 np
Requiem Moss Held For Mrs. Gama; A requiem mass was held Tuesday morning in Sacred Heart Church for Mrs. Maria
Jesus Gama, 78, who died Friday in a local hospital after a long illness. Burial was in Patterson District Cemetery. A
native of Mexico, she had lived here for the past 10 years with a daughter, Mrs. Antonia Juarez of 413 South Third Street.
Other survivors are her two other daughters, Mrs. Ninfa Ramon Gama and Mrs. Agora Gama; two brothers, Pedro and
Fedencio Gama and a sister, Mrs. Utila Gama, all of Mexico, and 15 grandchildren.
Gann Jonathan R 710513 np
Stillborn Baby Buried Monday; Graveside services were held Monday in Visalia for Jonathan Randle Gann who was
stillborn Thursday in a local hospital. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Gann of 123 South Sixth Street.
Garcia Timothy J 710729 np
Garcia Boy Dies in Alaska Buried Here; A requiem mass was held Wednesday at Sacred Heart Church for Timothy John
Garcia, 9, who was one of two boys burned to death in a shed near his home last Thursday in Anchorage, Alaska, where
his father, Mr. Anselmo Garcia had been serving with the U.S. Army Air Force. Interment was in the Patterson District
Cemetery. Survivors besides his parents, are a sister, Shirley Leona Garcia and two brothers, Anthony E. and Michael A.
Garcia, all of Anchorage and grandparents, Mr. John K. Orr of Vernalis and Mrs. Maria Garcia of Empire.
Garcia Maria M 710513 np
Requiem Said for Mrs. Garcia on Monday; A requiem mass was said Monday at Sacred Heart Church for Mrs. Maria
Magdalena Garcia, 74, who died May 6 in a local hospital after a short illness. Burial was in Patterson District Cemetery.
A native of Texas, she has lived the past six months with a daughter, Mrs. Angelita Montalbo at 2706 E. Las Palmas Ave.
Mrs. Garcia is survived by four other daughters, Mrs. Caterina Tobar of Bakersfield, Mrs. Gilberta Travino of Westley,
Mrs. Clotilde Reyes of Wisconsin and Mrs. Isabel Galviz of Texas; two sons, Demetrio Garcia of Westley and Willie
Garcia of Texas, and 49 grandchildren.
Grischott John Sr 710617 np
Funeral Rites Held Saturday for Grischott; Funeral services were held Saturday at 10:30 am. in Evans Funeral Chapel for
John Grischott, Sr, 83, who died June 10 in a Turlock hospital after a short illness. Interment was in Patterson District
Cemetery. A native of Switzerland, Mr. Grischott came to Lodi in 1905 to work in the dairy business, then moved to Los
Banos in 1910 when he opened his own dairy. In 1919 he came to Patterson to operate a dairy here. He retired six years
ago. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Julia Grischott in their home, 1519 Loquot Ave. three sons, John Grischott, Jr., of
Westley, and Floren and Pete Grischott of Patterson; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Grischott Peter 711125 np
Services Held For Youngster At Sacred Heart; A requiem mass was said Friday at Sacred Heart Church for Peter
Grischott, 8, son of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Grischott of West Main Street, Crows Landing, who died Tuesday night in a
Turlock hospital after a long illness. Interment was in Turlock Memorial Park.. He also is survived by a brother, Vincent
Grischott; two sisters, Simone and Marcy Lee Grischott, and two grandmothers, Mrs. Julia Grischott of Patterson and
Mrs. Theresa Muzny of Woodland Hills.
Groover Darlene E 711014 np
Suicide s Body Found in Canal, Identified; The body of a woman, found in the Delta-Mendota Canal by the gate of
Station 8 a mile south of Marshall Road Saturday has been identified as that of Darlene Elaine Groover, 29, of 754 West
St., Tracy. She was identified by her husband, Randall Groover, according to officers. About two weeks ago, San Joaquin
County sheriff s deputies found a pick up truck parked near the canal close to Chrisman Road with a suicide note
attached asking officers to notify the victim s husband.
Guinn Pearl 710325 np
Services Today for Mrs. Guinn; Services will be held today, Thursday, in Lake City Iowa, for Mrs. Pearl Guinn, 88, who
died Sunday in a local hospital. Interment will be in Lake City Cemetery. A native of Iowa, Mrs. Quinn had lived here 17
years with her daughter, Mrs. Rodney Green of Elm Ave. She also is survived by two other daughters, Mrs. Mardell
Andrews of Indiana and Mrs. Betty Grevice of Illinois; a son, Wayne Guinn of Colorado; four grandchildren, and one
great grandchild.
Gute William A 710411 np
William A. Gute Dies at Home on Tuesday; William A. Gute, 81, died Tuesday at his home, 219 South Third Street after
a long illness. Funeral arrangements were pending when this paper went to press. A native of New York state, he had
lived in Patterson three years. He was a retired business man and a Veteran of World War I Survivors are his two
daughters, Miss Jean L. Gute of Eye Street and Mrs. Elizabeth Hotelling of Napa, and two grandchildren.
Hahn Herman G 711216 np
Services field For H.G. Hahn in San Carlos; Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the White Oaks Funeral
home in San Carlos for Herman George Hahn, who died suddenly at his home in San Carlos Friday. Interment was in
Alto Pasa Cemetery, Palo Alto. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Nina Glotfelty Hahn; a son, and two daughters, and
two grandchildren. Mrs. Hahn is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Tyner Glotfelty of Patterson and the niece of Mr.
Lester Glotfelty, also of Patterson.
Halsall Arthur C 710325 np
Arthur Halsall Dies at Coast After illness; The news has come to Patterson that Arthur C. Halsall, formerly of Patterson,
died March 5 in San Francisco. According to a friend, he underwent surgery January 4 and had been ill since that event.
A native of the Isle of Man, Halsall served with the British Army for approximately four years during World War I. He
come to Patterson about 1920 and left about 1941. During his residence here he was, for many years head bookkeeper for
his cousin, Mr. Phil Shimmin, father of Mr.Eldon Shimmin. He was a member of Patterson Lodge 488, F. & AM., and
also belonged to the Scottish Rite bodies.
Hanson Helen M 710520 np
Mrs. Hanson Dies in Tracy, Service There; Mrs. Helen M. Hansen of Tracy, mother of Mrs. H. D. "Louise" Gerhart of
300 South Seventh St., died Saturday in Manteca at a guest house where she had been residing for the past year. Funeral
services were held Tuesday in the Chapel of Hotchkiss Mortuary, Tracy. The body was cremated, and entombment in
Casa Bonita Mausoleum, Stockton. A native of Iowa, Mrs. Hanson came to California 69 years ago. The family operated
a farm in the Tracy area for 44 years. Mrs. Hanson is survived by one other daughter, Mrs. Zelma Tretheway of San
Leandro, a son, Robert C. Hanson of Tracy; seven grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. She had been preceded in
death by her husband, Joseph N. Hanson in 1938; one other son, Paul D. Hanson, and a grandson, Paul Gerhart, U.S.N.
Harer Edna I 711028 np
Services Held for Mrs. Harer; Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at Evans Funeral Chapel for Mrs. Edna
Izella Harer, 71, who died Friday morning in a Merced convalescent hospital alter a brief illness. Interment was in
Patterson District Cemetery. A native of Texas, she had lived on Ash Avenue in Patterson for 35 years . She and her
husband, Norris C. Harer, who died two years ago, worked at the West Side Cleaners until they retired five years ago.
She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Myrtle Benham of Atwater; two brothers, Clarence Parker of Atwater and Fred Parker of
Lower Lake, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Harper Robert 710304 np
Robert Harper Dies in Hospital In ‘the City ; Funeral services were held Tuesday in the chapel of the Jaroch Family
Modesto Mortuary for Robert Lee Harper, 45, who died Friday in a San Francisco hospital after a long illness. Private
burial followed. Recently returned to Modesto from two years as a manufacturer s representative in Luxembourg, Harper
was a former steel production manager in Patterson. He was a member of the Yosemite Lodge Merced, F & AM;
Stockton Scottish Rite, and the Aahmes Shrine Temple of Oakland. A native of Oklahoma, he leaves his widow,
Catherine Harper; daughter, Vicky Harper, and stepchildren, Laurie, Michelle and John Staats, all of Modesto; son,
Robert Harper of Washington; his father, Jack Harper; sisters, Mrs. Mary Clark of Sunnyvale and Mrs. Florence
Bourland of Modesto, and his granddaughter, Roberta Harper of Washing ton.
Hood Eileen 710715 np
Mrs. E. Hood Dies up North; News has reached Patterson that Mrs. Eileen Hood of Alynn, Washingto, who was raised in
Patterson, died July 2 in an Alynn hospital. She attended Patterson schools, and left here after her marriage to live in the
Washington community where she remained ever since. She often returned to Patterson to visit with old friends. She
leaves one son in Washington.
Hurd Michael 711014 np
Youth Killed After Thrown From Truck; A freak truck-car accident last Friday afternoon killed a young Garden Grove
youth just north of Westley. Michael Hurd, 18, died Friday evening of injuries suffered when he was thrown from a truck
driven by Ruben Quintano, 18, son of the owner of Quintano Trucking of Garden Grove. The young truck driver was not
injured, and told investigating officers he came upon a car from behind, swerved to miss it, and left the roadway on the
left side going north. The truck struck the rear of the auto driven by Aquimino Ignacio Goulart of Modesto. He and his
wile were not injured. The driver of the truck said he noticed the car s right rear light come on and he veered the truck to
the left to pass. The car then turned left in front of him, he said. The truck broke off a power pole, cutting off electricity
and telephone lines to Westley, jumped a ditch and ran out into a field. At this point the tilt-up cab of the truck sprang
forward, throwing out young Hurd. He was run over by the front part of the truck in the field.
Jaderquist Eugene A 711216 np
Former Resident Dies in City After Accident; Eugene A. Jaderquist, 49, a news editor for NBC News and KNBR Radio,
who was born and raised in Patterson, died Friday at a San Francisco hospital. He had been there since being hit by a car
Sunday when he sustained massive injuries. The well-known news man attended Patterson schools and is a graduate of
Patterson High School. His grandfather, Mr. A.P. Jaderquist built what is now the Plaza Grocery, then called Jaderquist s
Grocery, and his son, George Jaderquist, father of the newsman, being an electrician, operated an electrical appliances
section in the store. Mr. Jaderquist joined the NBC News San Francisco bureau in 1965, having previously been
employed by the San Jose Mercury News and by Motor Trend Magazine for which he was associate editor. He also had
published several books and articles on antique cars.
Johnson Lyle E 721021 p1
Prominent Local Man Succumbs after Stroke; Lyle E. Johnson, 63, president of West Side Packers, the newly organized
apricot cooperative, and of the Patterson Colony Drain District, both of which he was active in organizing, died Friday
afternoon in Salinas after suffering a stroke. He had been visiting his brother, Wesley Johnson, there. Services were held
Tuesday afternoon at Evans Funeral Chapel, and burial was in Patterson District Cemetery. Born in Minnesota, he had
lived here 40 years. He also operated a garage on Highway 33, was a Shell Oil Company distributor and an apricot
grower. His home was at 1600 Prune Ave. Mr. Johnson was a member of the Patterson Masonic Lodge, the Rotary Club
and the Patterson Volunteer Fire Department, and an early-day member of the Patterson 20-30 Club, now defunct.
Besides his brother, he leaves two sons, Larry of Patterson and Lyle E. Johnson, Jr., of Palm Springs; a sister, Mrs. Avis
Ringer, and two grandchildren, Leslie Renee and Harold David Johnson, both of Patterson.
Johnson Beulah S 711223 np
Mrs. Johnson Dies Here, San Jose Rites; A private funeral service was held at Oak Hill Mortuary in San Jose Dec. 11 for
Mrs. Beulah S. Johnson of Turlock who died in a Patterson hospital the evening of Dec. 9 after an illness of several
months. Burial was in the family plot, Oak Hill Cemetery, in the same city. Mrs. Johnson was born in Fresno County
near Fowler, and lived most of her life in the Santa Clara Valley. She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Corinne Rowe of
Patterson; two sisters, Mrs. Francis Zacharias of Patterson and Mrs. Nan Williams of Fresno; a brother, William Shannon
of Santa Cruz; two grandsons, William and Eric Rowe of Los Gatos, and several nieces and nephews,
Keefe Kathrhyn 711209 np
Mrs. Keefe Dies In Hospital; Mrs. Kathryn Keefe, 86, who had lived in Patterson for six years, died suddenly in a local
hospital Nov. 30 after a long illness. Services were to be in Fredonia, Kansas., with Salas Bros. Funeral Chapel in
Modesto in charge of arrangements here. A native of Albany, Kansas, she was a member of Sacred Heart Church here.
She leaves two sons, James E. Keefe of Patterson and Francis Keefe of Monterey; a sister, Sadie O Conner of Fredonia,
Kansas, four grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.
Klopping Ray A 710422 p1
Klopping Rites Held Monday, Died Friday; Ray A. Klopping, 73, was well known Patterson community leader for many
years, died Friday in a local hospital after a long illness. Services were held Monday at Evans Funeral Chapel, and burial
was in Patterson District Cemetery. He leaves his widow, Mrs. Genevieve Klopping; a son, George Klopping and two
grandchildren, all of Patterson, and a sister, Mrs. Mae Scott of Iowa. At the age of 21, Mr. Klopping came from
Underwood, Iowa, where he was born, and farmed a mile south of town. In 1927 he married Miss Genevieve Raggio.
Probably his greatest contribution to the community was his accomplishments during his service with the Patterson Water
District, a responsibility he assumed in 1938 while still farming, when he became a director. In 1948, he took over the
position of District secretary-manager and sold part of his farm, disposing of the rest in 1952. Many major improvements
to the Water District occurred during his management, the most important being his negotiation by which the United
States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Reclamation, agreed to allow the District 6,000 acre feet of free water
yearly until 1995, a coop which should result in the saving of many thousands of dollars for the District over the years,
according to a District official. Mr. Klopping became a member of the Patterson-Westley Chamber of Commerce soon
after his arrival in Patterson, and served as its president from November, 1939, to November, 1941, being re-elected in
December, 1940. He joined the Patterson Rotary Club in 1948 and remained a member until his resignation in 1968.
His contributions to city government began in 1953 and ‘54 when he sat on the City Council. In 1959 he began his long
service as city treasurer which lasted until his retirement because of his ill health in January of this year. Upon receiving
his resignation, the Council drew up a resolution in recognition of his contribution to the area. Referring to the agreement
Mr. Klopping obtained from the U. S. government as manager of the Water district, it reads, "It is difficult to realize the
value of this settlement to the landowners of Patterson." Of his contribution to the city as council treasurer, the resolution
goes on, "Ray has always taken an active part in the development of Patterson..."and " .. .has always been careful,
conscientious and accurate.... the funds of the City ( under him ) have at all times been kept safe and secure."
Knutz Fred 710603 np
Service Held For Fred Kuntz; A funeral service was held Wednesday in Evans Funeral Chapel for Fred Knutz, 84, of 321
South Third St. He died Monday morning in a local hospital after a short illness. A native of Germany, Mr. Knutz had
lived in Patterson 52 years. Before his retirement, he located wells, and worked with William Hurd installing them.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Margaret Kuntz of Patterson, and a brother, Philip Knutz of Woodland. Interment was in
Patterson District Cemetery.
Lane John 710408 p2
John Lane Dies in Brawley, Buried Here; John Lane, 69, father of Mrs. George Pedroni and Mrs. Richard Hanson of
Patterson, died Sunday in Brawley where funeral services were conducted Tuesday at Frye Chapel & Mortuary. Masonic
graveside rites were held Wednesday in Patterson District Cemetery. A native of Hugo, Oklahoma, Lane had lived in
Patterson 13 years, moving here in 1935. He was a retired farmer. Besides his two daughters, he is survived by five
grandchildren, also of Patterson, two sisters and two brothers. The family requests that remembrances be made to the
Stanislaus County Cancer Society.
Lauesen Neils 711118 np
Neils Lauesen Dies Sudden at Home; Graveside service were held Wednesday in Patterson District Cemetery for Neils
Lauesen, 83, who was found dead apparently of natural causes, Sunday afternoon in his apartment at 15206 North First
Street. A native of Denmark, Mr. Lauesen had lived here for 43 years. He was a retired ranch employee of Mrs. Kathryn
Ramos Toste. Evans Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.
Lilly Girl 710415 np
Graveside Services Held Here Monday; Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Monday in Patterson District Cemetery
for the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas N. Lilly of 275 D St. who was still born Friday in a Modesto hospital.
Lima Amelia 711014 np
Mrs. Lima Dies in Rest Home in Turlock; A requiem mass was said Wednesday at Sacred Heart Church in Turlock for
Mrs. Amelia Lima of that city who died in a rest home there Saturday afternoon. The Allen Mortuary was in charge.
A native of California, she lived in Patterson from 1927 to 1933 with a brief residence in Keyes during that time. Her
home was in Turlock from 1933 until her death. She was a member of S.P.R.S.I. Lodge No. 121 of Patterson and of St.
Anthony s Lodge in Turlock. Surviving her are her daughter, Mrs. Margaret Homen of Patterson; a son, Mr. Joe Lima of
Denair four brothers, Manuel, Anthony, Frank and Lawrence Garcia of Oakland; three sisters, Mrs. Lily Miller, Mrs.
Elsie Ferreira and Mrs. Olivia Luich of Oakland; 11 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Llongwell Edna 710304 np
Longwell Rite to be Held in Patterson; Last rites were conducted Feb. 26 in Falls Church, Va., for Edna Larson
Longwell, 54, who died Feb. 23 in Arlington, Va. A graveside committal service will be held at the family plot, Patterson
District Cemetery, today, Thursday, at 10 a.m. Evans Funeral Chapel is in charge. A native of Patterson and graduate of
local schools, Mrs. Longwell moved from here in 1945. She is survived by her husband, Al Longwell of Chardon, Ohio,
and a son and daughter; also a sister, Mrs. Irwin B. Johnson of Inglewood. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs.
Charlie Larson.
Long William S 710715 np
William S. Long Dies Here after Long Illness; Funeral services were held Tuesday at Evans Funeral Chapel for Willam
S. Long, 79, who died July 8 in a local hospital after a long illness. Interment was in Hills Ferry Cemetery, Newman.
A native of Kansas, he came west to Stockton, in 1908, at the age of 16. He met and married his wife in Waco, Texas,
when he returned from the Air Force duty in World War I, and they celebrated their golden wedding April 20, 1969, here
at the Federated Church. The Longs' move into Stanislaus County was first to Newman. From there, they came to
Patterson in 1937. Here he operated a body fender shop for many years with the exception of the World War II years
when, as a patriotic veteran, he closed his shop to work at the Tracy Defense Depot. After the war, he spent five years
with the Bessey Motor Company before once again opening his shop. He retired from business in 1957. A veteran of
World War I, he was very active in Legion work during his life in Patterson, and was awarded the first Life Membership
by Elijah B. Hayes Post 168 of which he was a past commander. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Veda Long at their
570 D Street home; two sisters, Mrs. Inez Taylor of Arroyo Grande and Mrs. Viola Gardner of Kansas City, Mo.; two
brothers, Sam Long of Hemet, Joe Long of Cory, Colorado. He had one son, Lt. Wallace Long of the U.S. Air Force,
who was accidentally killed in 1942 when a bomber he was piloting crashed on Will Rogers Field in Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma.
Mainard Susan M 710520 np
Mrs. Mainard Dies in Hospital; Funeral services were held Saturday at Evans Funeral Chapel for Mrs. Susan Matilda
Mainard, 86, of 16505 Elm Ave., who died the morning of May 13 in a local hospital after a short illness. Interment wan
in Acacia Masonic Memorial Cemetery, Acacia. A native of Arkansas, Mrs. Mainard had lived in Patterson 33 years. She
is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Lillian Whitfield of Patterson; two sons, Marely Mainard of El Centro and James Mainard
of Arizona; nine grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.
Martin Albert E 710318 np
Albert E. Martin Dies in Hospital; Services were held in Evans Funeral Chapel Monday for Albert Elsworth Martin, 61,
who died March 10 in Livermore Veterans Hospital. Interment was in Lakewood Memorial Park, Hughson. A native of
Michigan, he had lived here for 10 years. He was a veteran of World War II. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Viola Martin,
at their home, 2849 East Las Palmas Ave.; a daughter, Mrs. Carolyn Price of Empire, a son, Eugene Martin of Patterson;
four brothers, Bill, Harold, Kenneth and Orvil Martin, all of Michigan, and three sisters two in Michigan and one in
Arizona.
McNeil Alice B 710211 np
Mrs. McNeil Dies in Hospital After Illness; Graveside services were held yesterday, Wednesday, for Mrs. Alice Belle
McNeil, 95, who died Monday in a local hospital after a long illness. A native of Carrollton, Ohio, she had lived for the
past 16 years with her son-in- law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Pridmore, of 300 North Third Street. Besides her
daughter, Mrs. McNeil is survived by three grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Meldrum Walter R 710603 np
Walter Meldrum Dies of Attack At Home; Walter Rudell Meldrum, 40, at 1519 Orange Ave., died of a heart attack last
Thursday, May 27, at his home. A rosary was recited Friday at Evans Funeral Chapel and a requiem mass was celebrated
Saturday in Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial was to Patterson District Cemetery. Born in Missouri, Meldrum had
lived in Patterson six years. He was a retired millright. He leaves a wife, Flora Meldrum, at home, a son, Max R.
Meldrum stationed with the U.S. Marines at Camp Pendleton; five daughters, Mrs. Charlotte Meiborg, Mrs. Mona
Barletta, Miss Sheila Ann Meldrum and Miss Valarie Meldrum, all of Patterson, and Miss Joanne Darnell of Los Angles,
two brothers, Lawrence Meldrurn and O. J. Meldrum, both of Richmond; a sister Mrs. Dottie Sweeney of Modesto, and
two grandchildren.
Mendoza Santa D 711203 np
Daniel Accident Kills Santa Mendoza, Burial Here; A requiem mass was held Monday at Sacred Heart Church for Santa
Daniel Mendoza, 19, of 2148 Orange Ave., who was killed early on the morning of Dec. 23 in an auto accident on
Highway 99 near Tulare. Burial was in Patterson District Cemetery. The tragedy occurred when one of Mendoza s tires
blew out while driving. He lost control of his car which hit the highway divider. A native of Tijuana, Mexico, he had
lived here six years. He was an employee of the Manuel Silva Ranch. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Bonnie Jean Mendoza;
an infant son, Santa Lee Mendoza; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesus Mendoza, and two brothers, Jesus Domingos Mendoza
and Regalo Mendoza, all of Patterson.
Mitchell James V 710708 np
James Mitchell Dies in Hospital After Accident; Funeral services were held in Evans Funeral Chapel Wednesday for
James V. Mitchell, 79, who died Saturday in a local hospital afer an accident July 1 in Novato. Burial was in Patterson
District Cemetery. A native of Springfield, Mo., Mr Mitchell and his wife, Mrs. Regina J. Mitchell, have made Patterson
the headquarters for the mobile home in which they have lived for 18 years after his retirement. At that time, he was
superintendent of the Early Intake Power House. He was employed by the city and county of San Francisco at Hetch
Hetchy Water and Power Project. He was a member of the Bakersfield Masonic Lodge, the Oakland Scottish Rite bodies
and the Sonora Chapter of Eastern Star. Mrs Mitchell is the sister of Dr. Neils Koldinger.
Monohans Gertude M 711014 np
Monohans Back from Funeral of Mother; The Ronald Monohans of 14301 Elm Ave. have returned from New Bedford,
Mass., where they attended funeral services September 25 for his mother, Mrs. Gertrude Moniz Monohan, 76, who died
September 22 in a New Bedford hospital after an illness which began in January. The service was held at Grace
Episcopal Church, and burial was in Rural Cemetery, both in New Bedford. The Rock Funeral Home was in charge.
A native of New Bedford, Mrs. Monohan had lived there all her life. She was a charter member and a past president of
Andrea Davis Post 1531 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary. Also surviving her are two other sons, George
Frederick Monohan of New Bedford and Elbert Monohan of Pembroke, Mass.; a sister, Mrs. Betty Lima of New Bedford,
and eight grandchildren.
Morales Carmen J 710121 np
Mrs. Morales Dies in Newman Buried Here; A requiem mass was said Monday at Sacred Heart Church for Mrs. Carmen
Jimenez Morales, 84, who died January 18 at San Luis Rest Home in Newman. Interment was in Patterson District
Cemetery. A native of Mexico, she had lived for the past two years with her son, Arturo Morales, in Grayson. She also is
survived by six grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
Mortensen Josephine M 710107 np
Former Pattersonite Dies in Santa Cruz; Funeral. services will be held at 2 p.m. today, Thursday, at the Evangelical Free
Church in Felton for Mrs. Josephine M. Mortensen, 81, of Scotts Valley who died in a Santa Cruz hospital Sunday after a
short illness. Internment will be in Oakland Memorial Park, Santa Cruz. Among her survivors are her sister, Mrs. Pearl
Nicolds and two brothers, Alfred and George Knutson of Patterson. She also leaves her husband, Anton L. Mortensen of
Scotts Valley; three daughters, Mrs. Lois Gilbertson of Sunnyvale, Mrs. Anne Post of Bakersfield, and Mrs. Marilyn
Stirling of Mt. Herman; two other sisters, Mrs. Lola Doherty of San Pedro and Mrs. Alice Pearson of San Clemente;
another brother, Clifford Knutson of Woodland, and eight grandchildren. A native of Crookston, Minn., Mrs. Mortensen
came to Patterson with her family in 1912. She was employed for a time as a young woman at the Post Office, at
Finister s General Merchandise and Groceries where the Eagle Drug now is, and at the Luttrell Hotel, presently the
Triangle Club building. She was married here in 1919. The Mortensen lived in Oakland and Palo Alto before moving to
the Santa Cruz area where they resided for the past 15 years. She always was active in church work. Funeral directors,
Irvin M. Smith and Sons of Santa Cruz, are in charge of arrangements.
Norell John E 710318 np
Former Patterson Man Dies in Santa Cruz; Services were held March 12 in Wessendorf and Holmes Mortuary, Santa
Cruz, for John Edward Norell, 83, a former resident of Patterson, who died March 9 in a Santa Cruz hospital. Mr. Norell
was the uncle of Ivan and Jack Stewart of Patterson. Cremation followed the Santa Cruz service which was conducted by
the Rev. John Martin and the American Legion. Interment was in the family plot, Patterson District Cemetery. A native
of Cental City, Nebraska, Mr. Norrell lived in Patterson from the early 1920's until 1937 when the family moved to Santa
Cruz. He operated a feed, fuel and ice business on Highway 33, and was a veteran of World Wars I and II. Other
survivors are his widow, Mrs. Josie Norell; three stepsons, Henry Del Biaggio of Gilroy, Pat Del Biaggio of Fairfield, and
William Del Biaggio of San Jose; a brother, Jay Norell of Long Beach; nine grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and
two other nephews, Harold Stewart of San Francisco and Bill Stewart of San Jose
Norton Clarence F 710603 np
Clarence Norton WW II Veteran Buried Here; Wednesday morning a funeral service was held in Evans Funeral Chapel
for Clarence Fletcher Norton, 66, who died Friday night in the Veterans Administration Facility, Livermore, after a long
illness. Interment was in Patterson District Cemetery. A native of Oklahoma, he had lived here 31 years. Mr Norton was
a retired farmer, a veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion of the Veteran Wars. He leaves his
wife Euna Norton at their ?? Bartch Ave. home, a son, Sanford Norton, and three grandchildren, all of Patterson, a
brother, Vernon Norton of Stockton, and a sister, Mrs. Myrtle Vaughn of Sunnyside, Washington.
Nunez Tony 711007 np
Tony Nunes Dies in Hospital after Illness; A requiem mass was said Friday at Sacred Heart Church for Tony Nunes, 76,
who died September 28 in a local hospital after a short illness. Interment was to Patterson District Cemetery. A native of
Santa Maria, he was a retired farmer who had lived in Patterson for 20 years. He was a member of U.P.E.C., U.P.P.E.C.
and I.D.E.S. Surviving him are his widow, Mrs. Charlotte Nunes, of Patterson; two sons, Alfred and Ernest Nunes of
Oxnard; a daughter Mrs. Elsie Pereira of Santa Maria; six sisters, the Mmes. Minnie Vargas and Rita Silveria of San
Jose; Lena Silveria of Oxnard; Phyllis Martin of Reno, Nev.; Pauline Pinheiro and Rosie Freitas of Watsonville; eight
grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.
Olivero Teresa 711223 np
Mrs. Olivero Dies in Oakland; A requiem mass was held in Santa Columba Church Oakland, Dec.15 for Mrs. Teresa
Olivero, formerly of Patterson, who died Dec. 12 in an Oakland hospital after a long illness. Interment was in an Oakland
cemetery. Mrs. Olivero and her husband, Mateo Olivero, now deceased, came to Patterson in 1924 when their daughter,
now Mrs. Clara Olivero Del Cesta of 5575 Florence Terrace, Oakland, was three years old. The family ranched on
Walnut ave. and remained here for many years during which time their daughter was graduated from Patterson schools
and employed by the Commercial Bank. They moved to Oakland upon retirement. Surviving Mrs. Olivero, besides her
daughter, are two grandchildren, Robert and Sandra Del Cesta. Funeral arrangements were handled by Albert and Brown
Mortuary of Oakland. Attending the services from Patterson were Mr. and Mrs. Alfonso Ielmini and Mrs. Mario Ielmini.
Olson John O 711202 np
Funeral Service For John Olson Set for Friday; Funeral services will be held. Friday at 2 p.m. in the Evangelical
Covenant Church for John O. Olson, 95, who died Monday in a Modesto rest home. Evans Funeral Chapel is in charge
of arrangements. A native of Norway, Mr. Olson came to Patterson in June of 1938. He was a member of the Covenant
Church. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Betsie Olson who lives at Beverly Manor Rest Home in Modesto; three daughters,
Mrs. Helen Hove and Mrs. Vivian Wheeland, both of Patterson, and Mrs. Theresa Barnes of Redwood City;. two sons,
Don B. Olson of Patterson and Lilmer Olson of Paradise; 20 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.
Pace William N 710930 np
William N. Pace Dies in Turlock After Illness; Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the Norton Mortuary in
Turlock for William N. Pace, 92, father of Mr Seth "Tex" Pace of Patterson. Burial was in North Hilmar Cemetery. Mr
Pace died September 22 tn a Modesto hospital after a long illness. A native of Mississippi, he moved to Texas when
young and to California in 1938. He had lived in Turlock since 1948 He and his wife, Mrs. Myrtle Pace, who survives
him at the family home, celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary at a family party in Hilmar last July 24, the actual
anniversary falling the next day. He was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church in Turlock. Others surviving are a
daughter, Mrs. Dove Erwin of Paradise; three sons, Marvin and Wallace Pace of Hilmar and Claude Pace cf Pico Rivera;
a brother, Henry Pace of Arizona; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Bridges of Modesto and Mrs. Susie E. Long of Big Pines; 17
grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
Pearson Carrie A 710218 np
Mrs. Pearson To Be Buried Here Today; Funeral services will beheld today, Thursday, at 2 p.m. in Evans Funeral Chapel
for Mrs. Carrie Ann Pearson, 78, who died in Yuban, Mo., Monday morning after a short illness. Burial will be in
Patterson District Cemetery. A native of Arkansas, Mrs. Pearson had lived in Patterson since 1943 until last July when
she moved to Missouri. She is survived by a son, O.D. Pearson of Missouri, a daughter, Mrs. Oma Thomason of Del
Puerto Ave., Patterson; two brothers, A. M. Simpson of Colorado and Gordon Simpson of Oklahoma; a sister, Mrs. J.W.
Hendrix of Arizona; five grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren..
Pereira Anna A 711111 np
Mrs. Pereira Dies in Hospital In Patterson; A requiem mass was said Wednesday at Sacred Heart Church for Mrs. Anna
Alice Pereira, 75, of 520 North Fourth St. who died Saturday at a local hospital after a long illness. Interment was in
Patterson District Cemetery. A native of Faial Island in the Azores, she had lived here for 54 years. She was a member of
Our Lady of Fatima in Los Banos, and of the SPRSI, UPPEC, YLI and Our Lady of Miracles in Patterson. Surviving her
are her three daughters, Mrs. Mary Davis of Patterson, Mrs. Elvira Tulledo of Richmond and Mrs. Mavel Powell of
Tracy; two sisters, Mrs. Olympia Furtado of Tracy and Mrs. Rosa Faria of the Azores; 10 grandchildren and eight great
grandchildren.
Perez Juan M 710916 p1
Juan M. Perez Dies in Hospital in Modesto; Juan M. Perez, 81, died early Monday morning at a Modesto hospital afer a
short illness. Requiem mass was held at Sacred Heart Church in Patterson, Wednesday, and burial was in Hills Ferry
Cemetery, Newman. Born in Borau in the province of Huesea, Spain, he came in 1911 to the Lompoc area, starting his
California career with farm work there and marrying Miss Maria Antonia LaCosta in 1914. In 1924, the young people
moved to the San Fernando Valley where he farmed until 1936 when they made their next move to Westley and the W.W.
Cox Ranch. In 1941 he began the Perez Westley farm operation and became one of the four pioneers who developed that
part of the Valley to row crops. Also, at that time, he and his sons formed J.M. Perez and Sons. Mr. Perez turned the
administration of his business over to his four sons in 1949 when the Perez shipping and farming divisions were united
under the name of Perez Bros. He remained active and interested in the business until he died. The Crows Landing
pioneer leaves two daughters, Mrs. Natz "Amelia", Tabar of Westley and Mrs. Americo "Mary", Dompe of Patterson; his
four sons, Daniel Perez of Westley; Tom and Earl Perez of Crows Landing, and Mike Perez of Dos Palos; 14
grandchildren and two great grandchildren
Phillips John M 710128 np
Father of Pat Phillips Dies in Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Phillips and son. Mike of Patterson left Tuesday for Ottumwa,
Iowa to attend the funeral of Mr. Phillips father, John Joseph Phillips. The elder Mr. Phillips died early Tuesday
morning on his 70th birthday. He had been in poor health for some time and was residing. in a rest home at the time of
his death. He is survived by his wife Katherine of Ottumwa; four sons, Patrick of Patterson, Robert of Los Banns, Paul of
Ottumwa, and Raymond of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa; and daughter, Mary Hollingsworth of Ottumwa.
Phillips Robert H 710527 np
Funeral Service for Phillips to be Friday; Funeral services will be held tomorrow, Friday, at 1:30 p.m. in the chapel of
Franklin & Downs Funeral Home, Modesto, for Robert H. Phillips, 83, father of Richard Phillips of Patterson, who died
Monday at a Modesto hospital after a brief illness. A native of Camptonville, Mr. Phillips had lived in Modesto for 51
years, for 20 of which he was employed as an electrician for the Modesto Irrigation District. He was a veteran of World
War I, a member of Modesto Post 74 of the American Legion, of Modesto Masonic Lodge 675 and of Scottish Rite of
Stockton. Besides his sons he is survived by his widow, Mrs. Abbie G. Phillips of Modesto; two grandsons, Richard
Phillips of Idaho and Bob Phillips of Patterson; a sister, Mrs. Edith Kendall of Nevada City, and several nieces and
nephews.
Popejoy Patricia S 710527 p1
Murder Victim Is Identified; The body of a young woman found Sunday evening floating in the Delta-Mendota canal was
identified Wednesday as an 18 year old Modestan. She was Patricia Ann Popejoy, whose address was listed the same as
her mother and step-father. Her body had been in the water from two to four weeks, according to the county pathologist.
The body was noticed Sunday by two Modestans, Jed and Sharon Green, who were fishing in the canal. It was floating
on the surface. When removed from the canal, it was discovered that chains had been used to wire Miss Popejoy's legs
and neck to a trailer axle. However, her death was apparently caused by five blows to the back of the skull, possibly by a
hand axe. Her larynx also was fractured. Sheriff s investigators state they do not have any leads as to the point at which
the body was thrown into the canal.
Prevostini Pauletta 711125 np
Mrs. Prevostini Dies in Hospital; Mrs. Pauletta Prevostini, 17, died suddenly Tuesday morning at a local hospital.
Services are pending at Evans Funeral Chapel. She is survived by her husband, Michael Prevostini a daughter, Stacey; her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Copeman and four sisters, Mrs. Ron Davis, Mrs. John Ramos and Miss Delila and Miss
Margretta Copeman, and her grandmother, Mrs. Hussie Carson.
Prevostini Pauletta 711202 np
Mrs. Prevostini Buried Here Friday Morning; Funeral Services for Mrs. Pauletta Preostini, 17, who died Tuesday
morning in a local hospital as she gave birth to a daughter, were held Friday morning at Evans Funeral Chapel. Interment
was in Patterson District Cemetery. The baby was the first born to Mrs. Prevostini and her husband, Michael Prevostini,
who survives her. The young Patterson woman attended local schools and was a member of Job's Daughters Bethel 177.
Ravelli Charles C 710708 np
Charles Ravelli Dies in Hospital; A requiem mass was held Tuesday in Sacred Heart Catholic Church for Charles
Costante Ravelli, 86, who died July 2 in a local hospital alter a brief illness. Interment was in Modesto Catholic
Cemetery. A native of Italy, he came to Stanislaus County in the Patterson area about 1912, and married his wife,
Victoria, in 1913. They lived here approximately 15 years before moving to the Santa Rosa area where he remained until
moving back here eight months ago. Survivors are three sons, Allen Ravelli of Los Angles, Charles Ravelli of
Sacramento and James Ravelli of Patterson, a daughter, Mrs. Mae Macy of Santa Rosa; a Sister, Mrs. Valenta Del Nero
of Santa Rosa, five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Renfrow Edith C 711223 np
Mrs. Renfrow to be Buried Here Today; A funeral service will be held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. in Evans Funeral
Chapel for Mrs. Edith Cecil Renfrow, 60, who died Saturday at her Turlock home, I0705 Lander Ave. in that city, after a
long illness. Burial will be in Patterson District Cemetery. A native of Arkansas and a former Patterson resident, she had
lived in Turlock for the past few years. She is survived by her husband, Joe Renfrow of Turlock; two sons, Sherman of
Turlock and Bill Renfrow of Hilmar; four daughters; the Mmes. Jerry Smith and Kathryn Cotner of Ceres; Audrey
Medlock of Santa Maria, and Allie Hurst of Denair; two step-daughters, Mrs. Edith Henderson of Point Arena and Mrs.
Betty Jo Skinner of Oklahoma; two brothers, Edgar and Arthur Bales of Oklahoma, and 32 grandchildren.
Reza Leonard 710429 p1
Leonard Reza Killed in Action in Vietnam; Patterson s fourth service man has been killed in Vietnam. He was Leonard
Reza, 20, who died in action last Thursday, April 22. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alejandro Reza of Eureka Street,
Patterson received the news Monday. He entered the service January of 1970, and had been in Vietnam since last
September. He had been serving with Company B, Third Battalion, 506th Infantry, 101 Airborne. Reza was a native of
Patterson and a graduate of the Patterson High School class of 1969. White in high school, he was editor of the high
school paper, "Tiger Tales", president of the Mexican-American Students Association, a Junior United Nations delegate,
a member of the Art Club, Camera Club, Rooters incorporated and Drama Workshop. He also was elected a member of
the Stanislaus County Community Action Commission. Besides his parents, he leaves four brothers, Armando Reza of
Modesto, and Manuel, John and Michael Reza of Patterson; and six sisters, Amelia and Carmen Reza of Hollywood, and
Mrs. Luisa Gonzales, Mrs. Connie Gonzales and Alexis and Bertha Reza, all of Patterson. Funeral arrangements are
pending at the Evans Funeral Chapel.
Reza Leonard 710429 p1
Reza Was Named Best Soldier in February; Leonard Reza, who died last week in Vietnam, was selected as the best
soldier in his company for the month of February. But by a bizarre twist of fate, the leller to his parents announcing the
honor did not arrive until Tuesday of this week after they had been notified of his death. The letter was from Colonel
Joseph E. Greene and was addressed to Mrs. Reza, It said: Your son, Leonard, is a member of my command, the 2nd
Brigade, 101st Airborne Division ( Airmobile ). He was selected as the ‘Trooper of the Day on 25 March 1971. This
means he was the best soldier in his company for the month of February. "Being selected in this capacity is an indication
that Leonard is doing an outstanding job and is, indeed, a distinct asset to his unit. I am pleased to have him as a member
of this command. "As Bridge Commander, I appreciate Leonard's efforts and share the pride you must feel in the service
he is performing for his country. It was a privilege to be able to spend a few hours with your son. I am sure he will find
that his experience in Vietnam will be an assistance to him in whatever future field of endeavor he chooses..."
Rodriguez Roseanne 711007 np
Baby Girl Dies in Modesto Hospital; Roseanne Rodriquez, three days old, died September 28 in a Modesto hospital.
Graveside services were held Friday afternoon in Patterson District Cemetery. Evans Funeral Chapel were in charge.
The baby girl is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Teodoro Rodriquez and two brothers, Sammie and Teodoro, Jr., all
of Modesto.
Rose Joseph F 710729 np
Former Resident Buried Recently in San Jose; Joseph F. Rose, 74, who lived in Patterson several years, leaving in the
1940 s, died in San Jose July 6 and was buried in Santa Clara Cemetery July 8 after a requiem Mass at St. Patrick's
Church, San Jose. A native of Salao, Fayal, in the Azores Islands, Mr. Rose was a member of Council No 21 S.E.S.
Newman. He was a Watkins dealer in Patterson in the 1940's. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Henrietta Rose, two daughters,
Mrs. Mary Louis Grandel and Mrs. Delores Hogan and three sons, Joseph, Jr., Larry and William Rose, all of San Jose; a
brother, Frank D. Selvera of Hayward, a sister Mrs. Rose Rose of Sarataoga, and Mrs. Helen D. Failho of the Azores
Islands, seven grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Mission Chapel of Rancadore and Alameda was in
charge of arrangements.
Rush Betty 710722 np
Mrs. Betty Rush Dies in Modesto, Buried Here; Private funeral services were held at Evans Funeral Chapel for Mrs.
Betty Rush, 95, who died Sunday in a Modesto convalescent hospital. Interment was in Patterson District Cemetery.
A native of Kentucky, Mrs. Rush had been in Patterson about 25 years before moving to Modesto seven years ago.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Betty Thompson of Stockton; a son, Jack Cameron of Arkansas, a daughter-in-law,
Mrs. Alan Mayfield of Patterson; six grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren, and five great great grandchildren.
Sandte Lucille M 710304 np
Lucille Sandte US Army Nurse Buried Here; Services for Lucille Mae Sandte, 48, who died Feb. 26 in an Oakland
hospital, were held Monday at Evans Funeral Chapel. Burial was in Patterson District Cemetery. Miss Saudte, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Sandte of El Solyo Village, was a nurse at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Livermore at
the time of her death. A native of Minnesota, she served as a U.S. Army nurse with the rank of lieutenant during World
War II. She was stationed with the 248th General Hospital in the Philippine Islands at that time. A sister, Mrs. Marie
McDowell at Patterson, and several nieces and nephews, among them Mrs. Manuel Parnarra of Patterson, also survive
her.
Scoles Ken L 711223 np
K. Lynn Scoles Buried Here on Monday; Funeral services were held Monday at Evans Funeral Chapel for Kenneth Lynn
Scales, 60, who died Friday at Livermore Veterans Hospital in Livermore. Interment was in Patterson District Cemetery.
A native of Iowa, Mr. Scoles, a retired welder, had lived here for 35 years. He as a veteran of World War II. Survivors
are his wile, Mrs. Dorothy Scoles of 2200 East Las Palmas Ave.; four sons, Steve Scoles of Modesto; Lee Scoles,
stationed at Crows Landing Auxiliary Landing Field; Gary Scoles, stationed with the US Navy on Treasure Island, and
Albert Scoles of Patterson; a daughter, Kay Scoles of Patterson; four brothers, Dale of El Cerrito; Harold of Hayward,
Arnold of San Leandro, and William Scoles of Spokane, Wash.; one sister, Mrs. Wanda Lytle of Patterson, and one
grandchild.
Scott Caldonia 710603 p1
Mrs. Scott Dies in Hospital Here; Funeral services were held yesterday, Wednesday, at Evans Funeral Chapel for Mrs.
Caldonia Scott, 93, of 301 Fig Ave. who died Sunday night in a local hospital. Interment was in Patterson District
Cemetery. A native of Oak Grove, Arkansas, Mrs. Scott lived in Kansas for many years. In 1936 she came to Patterson
with her family and the Guy Scots, and her husband Willard Scott, died here in 1957. She had lived in Patterson 35 years.
Besides her son, Guy Scott she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Frank Hukill also of Patterson; eight grandchildren, 23
great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. She also was preceded in death by a son, Vernon Scott, of
Patterson..
Searl Garner R 710408 p1
Garner Searl Dies Here While at Work in Garden; Services were held Tuesday morning at Evans Funeral Chapel for
Garner Roy Searl, 79, who died Friday while working in the garden of Searl Manor, a cottage unit he had owned and
operated for 15 years. The Patterson Masonic Lodge assisted at the service. Interment was in Patterson District
Cemetery. Born January 6 in Hemet, Riverside County, Searl moved to the Westley area in I939. He and his wife
celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary last October. In 1949 and ‘46 Mr Searl was manager of the West Stanislaus
Bean Growers, a position he left in the spring of ‘46 to build the Patterson Tile Company on South First Street, a business
he operated through 1960. In this company he manufactured the brick from which he built Searl Manor. Mr. Searl was a
member of Maze Boulevard Christian Church in Modesto and president of the Stanislaus-Merced Counties Christian
Endeavor Union in 1920. He also was a member of the Patterson Masonic Lodge 488, a member and past patron of
Patterson Chapter 417, Order of Eastern Star, and a charter member and past president of the Patterson Lions Chub.
The well known Patterson man was a veteran of World War I with 21 months overseas in the conflict, and he was
president of Company M, 161st Infantry, World War Veterans of the Centralia, Washingto National Guard Unit.
Surviving him are his wife, Mrs. Geraldine Lester Searl; three daughters, Mrs. Mildred Searl Wisecarver of Greenbrae,
Mrs. Idella Searl Latter, Pacific Palisades, and Mrs. Coralyn Ann Searl Ramos, Newman; 10 grandchildren, among them
Captain Kurt Wisecarver of Okinawa, the only one who was unable to attend the funeral. Also surviving are three sisters,
Mrs Ethel McKusick, Grants Pass, Ore.; Mrs. Evelyn Russell, Colton, and Mrs. Edna Cramer, Fresno, and two brothers,
Clyde C. Searl of Fes, Morocco, and Floyd L. Searl of Hemet. The family has requested that memorials be sent to the
Sight Conservation Project of the Patterson Lions Club the Memorial Fund of Maze Boulevard Christian Church in
Modesto.
Sears Thomas 710624 np
George Sears Flies to Funeral of Father; Mr. George R Sears of East Las Palmas Ave. received word Monday that his
father, Thomas Sears, 88, of Clermont, N.J. had died early that morning in a local hospital after and three month illness.
Mr. Sears left Patterson by plane immediately for the East. The senior Mr. Sears, a resident of Cape May County for 49
years, was a municipal judge in Dennis Township there. He also was the only county property appraiser, a position he
had held for 26 years. Besides his son, he is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mabel Sears, three step-grandchildren and nine
step-great grandchildren. The funeral was held Wednesday under the auspices of the Radzieta Funeral Home.
Shields Carmody 711209 np
Services Held For H.R. Shields in Modesto; Services were held Wednesday afternoon at Carmody Memorial Chapel,
Modesto, for Howard Robert Shields, 61, of Saratoga, temporarily of Mission Motel, who was found floating in the Delta
Mendota Canal Sunday morning by Sheriff s deputies who had been searching for him. Interment was in Parkview
Cemetery, Modesto. Shields body was sighted about half a mile south of Fink Road in Crows Landing. The Patterson
firemen with their rescue truck, assisted in recovering it. On the scene, a deputy said that very early Sunday morning
Shields car was located parked by the canal at Zacharias Road with the engine running and his dog sitting beside it. The
law men surmised that he had been night fishing in the canal and, after getting his catch, had placed his gear in the car
and returned to pick up his fish. At that time, they speculate, he slipped and fell into the canal. Mr. Shields, who had
been living in Patterson for the past month while doing a job here, is survived by his wife, Mrs. Audra Shields of
Saratoga; a son, J.C. Shields of Campbell; three daughters the Mmes, Lenna Leo of Atlanta, Georgia; Bonnie Amann,
Los Gatos, and Glenda Henry of San Jose; a sister, Mrs. Verna Pigott of Patterson; a brother, Walter Shields, Modesto,
and 13 grandchildren.
Shoemake Marjorie 710408 p2
Mrs. Shoemake Dies in Fall off Golf Course; Funeral services were held Friday for Mrs. Marjorie Sboemake, 55, who
was killed March 30 when she accidentally fell down a 15 foot cliff off the sixth fairway of the Pebble Beach Golf
Course. The rites were conducted by the Rev. George Ridgway, former pastor of St. James Episcopal Church of
Monterey, at the Little Chapel-by-the-Sea in Pacific Grove. Private inurnment followed. Mrs. Shoemake's body was
recovered from the surf early March 31 after a night long search. According to the coroner s office, she died of head,
chest and spinal injuries resulting from her fall. Mrs. Shoemake and her husband had returned to their home called
Fairway overlooking the 14th fairway of the Pebble Beach Golf Course in the afternoon after a visit to their ranch near
Patterson, and she decided to take a walk along tho golf course. When she did not return by dusk, her husband called the
Del Monte Security office. A sandal was found at the top of the cliff where she had fallen into the water at high tide.
Apparently she survived the fall, removed her wet slacks and knit blouse, which were found on the rocks at the beach,
and started walking toward the Beach Club before she collapsed. Though she had a large cut on the back of her head,
foul play is not suspected. She was still wearing her large diamond rings when found. The Shoemake's daughter, Jill,
was away skiing at the time of the accident. A native of Los Angles, Mrs. Shoemake moved to the Peninsula in 1966.
The family has requested that contributions in her memory be made to Beacon House in Pacific Grove or a preferred
charity.
Smith Neal J 710402 p1
Neal J. Smith Dies in Texas, Buried There; News has come to Patterson of the death March of Neal J. SmIth, 58, of
Houston, Texas, formerly of Patterson. Funeral services were held in the Chapel of the Memorial Oaks Cemetery with
Rev. James Lee Reily officiating, and interment was in Memorial Oaks Cemetery. George H. Lewis and Sons were in
charge of arrangements. A native of Newman, Smith came to Patterson in 1920 and went to school here. He is a graduate
of Patterson High School having attended the school in the early 30 s when Professor Halley was principal. Vice
president of Cheveron Oil Co. Geo- physical Division, he was employed by Standard Oil of California for 54 years. He
was a member of S.E.G., A.A,P.C., Houston Geological Society, Geophysical of Houston and American Society of
Oceanography. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Betty Smith of Houston; his
father, Hartley Roy Smith of Bristol, Conn; two daughters, Mrs. Tod DuPont, Chicago, Ill., and Mrs. Ward Noble of San
Francisco; three sons, Burl Smith, Houston; Texas, Tod I. Smith, Los Angeles and Martin D. Smith of St. Paul, Minn.;
two brothers, Hartley Peer Smith of Bristol, Conn., and Henry M. Smith of Napa, and two grandchildren.
Sousa Frank 710617 np
Frank Souza Dies in Hospital in Patterson; A requiem mass was celebrated Tuesday at Immaculate Hear Church in Crows
Landing for Frank Sousa, 88, who died here Sunday in a local hospital after a long illness. Interment was at Hills Ferry
Cemetery, Newman. Mr. Sousa was a 56 year resident of Crows Landing where he was a retired dairyman. He was a
member of the IDES and UPEC Councils there. Survivors are his wife Maria Sousa at their Crows Landing home, six
daughters, Mrs. Mary Santos, Mrs. Lena Gomes and Mrs. Beatrice Morris all of Patterson, Mrs. Rose Mello and Mrs
Eva Leal of Turlock, and Mrs. Velma Corriea of Crows Landing. 18 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. He also
leaves two sisters, Mrs. Delfina Cardoza of Tracy, Mrs. Alexandrina Souza of/ Los Banos and one brother, Earl Souza of
Merced. Friends gathered at the Evans Krieger Chapel in Newman Monday evening to recite the rosary in Mr. Souza's
memory.
Spadling Joseph B 710225 np
J. B. Spradling Dies Suddenly Buried Here; Masonic rites were conducted Tuesday afternoon at Evans Funeral Chapel
for Joseph Bennett Spradling, 60, of Vernalis who died suddenly in Manteca Saturday. Spradling was postmaster for 15
years in Vernalis. He was buried in Patterson District Cemetery. Mr. Spradling collapsed and died when starting to put
gasoline into his pickup at a Manteca self-service station. He had been under doctor s care for diabetes for 10 years. An
autopsy was to be performed. Born in Kansas, the area postmaster also ran the Vernalis General Store. He is survived by
his widow, Maxine Spradling of Vernalis; a son, George Spradling of Berkeley, and a brother, George Spradling of
Kansas.
Sprouls Estal A 710729 np
Accident Victim to be Buried; A funeral service will be held today at 1 p.m at Salas Bros. Chapel, 419 Scenic Drive,
Modesto, for Mrs. Estal Audrey Sprouls, 91, of that city who was killed in a two-car crash Sunday at West Main Ave. and
Carpenter Rd., west of Turlock, when six other persons were injured. She is the grandmother of Harvey Ridenhour of
Crows Landing. Burial will be in Lakewood Memorial Park, Modesto. A native of Cayuga, Ind., Mrs. Sprouls came to
Modesto in 1953. She is a member of Grace Lutheran Church and Golden State Rebekah Lodge 110, both of Modesto.
Survivors are her two sons, Clyde Earl Sprouls of Fresno and Robert L. Sprouls of Mexico, Mo., three daughters, Mrs.
Mary E. Hoffman of Tulsa, Okla.; Miss Merle A. Ridenhour of Modesto, and Miss Lucile Ridenhour of Waldron, Ark.,
one sister, Mrs. Mabel Campbell, Mexico, Mo., 53 grandchildren, and 30 great grandchildren. Persons injured in the
accident were Wade Ridenhour, 56, and his wife, Merle Ridenhour, 56, both of Modesto, Fabian Martinez, 31, his wife,
Eloise, 21, and their two children, Luis, 3, and Albert, 1, all of 513 Frankette Ave., Patterson.
Stewart William 711209 np
William Stewart Buried Here Saturday; A graveside service was held Saturday in Patterson District Cemetery for
William "Billy" Stewart, 48, who died suddenly Dec. 2 in his San Jose apartment. A native of Colorado, he came here as
a baby of one year and lived here until moving to Santa Clara County 15 years ago. He is survived by three brothers, Ivan
and Jack Stewart of Patterson and Harold Stewart of Sacramento.
Strand Albert 710701 np
Funeral Today for Mr. Strand; Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. in Evans Funeral Chapel for
Albert Strand, 82, of 315 South Third Street who died Monday at a local hospital after a long illness. A native of
Michigan, he had lived here for 50 years. He was a retired railroad telegrapher. His only survivor is a brother, Mr. Harry
Strand of Patterson.
Streeter Ralph E 710520 np
Ralph Streeter Dies in Newman, Buried Here; Death came to Ralph Edward Streeter, 74, the morning of May 13 after a
long illness. He had been living at the San Luis Convalescent Hospital in Newman. Services were held at Evans Funeral
Chapel, Monday, and burial was in Patterson District Cemetery. A native of Lompoc, Mr. Streeter had lived in the
Patterson-Westley area for 35 years. He was a veteran of World War I and a retired farmer. The American Legion, the
Patterson Men s Group and the West Side Sportsmen s Club were organizations to which he belonged. Survivors are his
widow, Mildred Streeter, at their 400 North Fourth Street home; and five sisters, Mrs. Lars Kolding and Mrs. Clarence
Hetzel of Patterson, Mrs. Mildred Franzina of Ballard, Mrs. Clare Jones of Lynwood, and Mrs. Lucile Gordon of Seattle,
Wash. The family requests that remembrances be made to the Stanislaus County Heart Association.
Strunk Martha E 710923 np
Mrs. Strunk Buried Monday in Whittier; Funeral services were held Monday at Rose Hills Funeral Chapel in Whittier for
Mrs. Martha Emma Christina Strunk, 80, mother of Mr. Dale Strunk of Patterson. She had died Sept. 16 in a hospital in
her home city, San Gabriel, after a short illness. Interment was in Rose Hills Cemetery. Mrs. Strunk was, acquainted in
Patterson, having visited here often with her son s family. She was born in Illinois, and had lived for many years in San
Gabriel. Others surviving her were three sons, Earl Strunk of Battleground, Wash.; Lester Strunk of San Gabriel, and
Robert Strunk of Kendallville, Ind.; four daughters, Mrs. Anna May McLaird of Granada Hills; Mrs. Dorothy Jones,
Winters; Mrs. Goldie Wood, Los Angeles, and Mrs. Pearl Beasley, Maynard, Minn.; 23 grandchildren, and 10 great
grandchildren.
Tafoya Rosendo 711118 np
Requiem Mass Said Wednesday For R. Tafoya; A requiem mass was held yesterday, Wednesday, in Sacred Heart
Church for Rosendo Tafoya, 66, of 213 Del Puerto Ave. who died Saturday in a Turlock Hospital. Burial was in
Patterson District Cemetery. A native of New Mexico, he had lived here 26-years. He is a retired employee of West Side
Hulling. Surviving him are his wife, Mrs. Anita Tafoya; four sons, Dan of Tracy, Leo of Patterson; Ben of Pleasanton,
and Laurence Tafoya of San Mateo, three daughters, Mrs. Helen Fuentes of La Jolla; Mrs. Dolores Wheeland of
Pleasanton, and Mrs. Margaret Duarte of Los Angeles; three brothers, Juan of New Mexico, and Mike and Alfred Tafoya
of Stockton, and 19 grandchildren.
Taylor Lewis S 710225 np
Louis S. Taylor Dies in Hospital; Funeral services were held Saturday at Evans Funeral Chapel for Louis Sanford Taylor,
73, who died February 18 in Del Puerto Hospital after a short illness. Cremation was Monday in Turlock Memorial Park,
Turlock. A native of the Bay area, he came to Patterson from Santa Cruz for his health three years ago. He is a retired
farmer. Surviving him are his wife, Dollie Taylor of Santa Cruz; three sons, Raymond Taylor of King City; George and
Everett Taylor of Santa Cruz; four daughters, Mrs. Annabell Adams of King City; Mrs. Marie Simmons of San Jose; Mrs.
Dorothy Beagle of Babbitt, Nev., and Mrs. Zora Dennis of Santa Cruz. Other survivors are: A sister, Annabell Lucas of
Patterson; four brothers, Cashues Crooks of Patterson; Raymond Crooks of Livingston; Walter Crooks of Grantville,
Utah, and Arthur Crooks of Santa Cruz; 24grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Thompson James E 710909 np
Dr. Thompson Dies in Newman of Heart Attack; Dr. James E. Thompson, 68, of Newman, father of James Thompson
Jr., of the Eagle Drug here, died the evening of September 2 of an apparent hearts attack. Funeral services were held
Saturday at Evans Krieger Funeral Chapel in Newman. The cremains are interred at Hills Ferry Cemetery in Newman.
Mr. Thompson, Sr., came to Newman from Los Angeles in 1935, and joined Dr. A.M. Roscoe in s medical practice there.
He was one of the founders of the West Side Hospital which was built near Newman in 1938. The hospital became a
community institution in 1957. The Newman doctor was graduated from the University of Colorado Medical School in
1928, did residence work at the Buffalo City Hospital in Buffalo, N.Y., and started his first practice in Denver in 1931.
He practiced in Los Angeles before moving to Newman. Dr. Thompson also is survived by his widow, Mrs. Martha
Thompson, in Newman; one brother, Dr. L.F. Thompson of Los Angeles and three grandchildren. Remembrances are
asked to be made to the West Side Community Hospital Memorial Fund or the Heart Fund.
Tosta Joe M 71 0128 np
Joe M Tosta Buried Here Saturday; A requiem mass was said Saturday for Joe M. Tosta, 83, of River Road, Westley,
who died, January 20 in a local hospital after a short illness. Interment was in Patterson District Cemetery. A native of
the Azores, Toata lived in Westley 28 years. He was a prominent West Side rancher and a member of the Patterson
Councils of U.P.E.C. and I.D.E.S. Survivors are his wife, Mary Toesta; two sons, Joseph J. and Melvin Tosta, all of
Westley; three grandchildren; one great grandchild; brother; Manuel Tosta of Santa Barbara; and three sisters, Isabel
Toste of Brazil, Maria Vierrra of the Azores and Rosa Toste de Silvia in Canada.
Totman Frank H 710513 np
Frank Totman Dies in Santa Cruz Home; Funeral services were held Tuesday in Holy Cross Church, Santa Cruz, for
Frank Harold Totman, 74, formerly of Patterson, who died Saturday morning at his home in that city alter a long illness.
Interment was in Holy Cross Mausoleum, Coloma. A native of Newman, Totman spent his early years in Patterson,
graduating from Patterson schools. After completing studies at a San Francisco veterinary college, he practiced his
profession for some years here. In 1924 he became state meat inspector, and was the first state inspector for the Walti-
Schilling Co. in Santa Cruz, having moved to there by then. He left Santa Cruz. in 1932 transferring to Stockton where
he retired because of ill health. However, he returned to Santa Cruz later that year, and remained there until his death.
The former Patterson man was a veteran of World War 1, having served in the veterinary corps of the Army. He and his
wife, Clementina, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1970. Totman was preceded in death by his son, Harold
Totman, a casualty of World War II, and a stepson, Frank Stroppini, who died in 1962. He a survived by his widow, a
step-son, Elmer Stroppini of Sacramento, a sister, Mrs. Dorothy Christopherson of Patterson, and three grandchildren.
He also was the brother-in-law of Mrs. Mary Totman of this city, and his grandfather. was Patterson pioneer Aaronholdt
D. Elfers after whom Elders Avenue was named. White s Chapel, Santa Cruz, was in charge of funeral arrangements.
Tschantz Willaim H 711202 np
W. H. Tschantz Dies in Hospital After Illness; William Howard Tschantz, 80, died Sunday in a local hospital after a long
illness. A graveside service will be held in Orrville, Ohio. Gressers Funeral Home of that city is in charge. A native of
Ohio, Mr.Tschantz had lived here for 50 years. He was a retired rancher. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Emma
Tschantz at their 725 Sequoia Ave. home; a son, Wilbur Tschantz and a brother, Ed Tschantz, both of Patterson, and a
sister, Mrs. Clara Carpenter of Ohio.
Ulmer Rudolph H 710701 np
Funeral Service For R.H. Ulmer to be Friday; Rudolph H. Ulmer, 65, who died Monday in a local hospital after a short
illness, will be buried Friday. Services will be held at 10 a.m. in Evans Funeral Chapel, and interment will be in Patterson
District Cemetery. A native of South Dakota, Mr. Ulmer lived here for 20 years. For the past 15, he has operated the R. J.
Taxi Company. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Bertha Ulmer, at their 681 Sperry Ave. home; two daughters, Mrs Judy
Grider of Modesto and Carol Ulmer, four sons, Major Henry Ulmer of the U.S. Air Force at Abilene, Texas, Jimmy of
Huntington Park, Danny of Anaheim and Kenny Ulmer of Escondido. He is also survived by two brothers, Reuben and
Walter Ulmer of Stockton; three sisters, Mrs. Edna Haley and Mrs. Caroline Begeal, both of Stockton, and Mrs. Emma
Bloomquist of Concord, and 17 grandchildren.
Van Ness Gary 711111 np
Van Ness Brothers Die in Auto-Train Accident; A recent tragedy that saddened the area was the accident on Blue Gum
Avenue in Modesto in which Gerry and Michael Van Ness, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Garrett Van Ness of Grayson, were
killed instantly when they drove in front of a Southern Pacific Co. freight train and were stuck as they were approaching
Ninth St. The train crashed into the boys automobile while traveling at 50 miles per hours. The car was torn in half and
the passenger section dragged a mile northward before the train was able to stop. Gerry, 19, was heading for a career in
bio chemistry or zoology at Modesto Junior College, and Mike, 15 was a sophomore at Central Catholic High School
where he was rated as a higher than average student and was a member of the California Scholarship Federation.
Survivors, besides the boys parents, are two sisters, Liduina, 17, a senior at Central Catholic, and Anne, 12, a pupil at St.
Stanislaus Elementary School, and two brothers, Peter, 10, and Paul, 8, both student at St. Stanislaus. Funeral services
were held Nov. 2 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Modesto where Rev. Thomas Whelan celebrated the Mass of the
Resurrection. Burial was in St. Stanislaus Catholic Cemetery with Carmody Memorial Chapel in charge.
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Van Ness Brothers Die in Auto-Train Accident; A recent tragedy that saddened the area was the accident on Blue Gum
Avenue in Modesto in which Gerry and Michael Van Ness, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Garrett Van Ness of Grayson, were
killed instantly when they drove in front of a Southern Pacific Co. freight train and were stuck as they were approaching
Ninth St. The train crashed into the boys automobile while traveling at 50 miles per hours. The car was torn in half and
the passenger section dragged a mile northward before the train was able to stop. Gerry, 19, was heading for a career in
bio chemistry or zoology at Modesto Junior College, and Mike, 15 was a sophomore at Central Catholic High School
where he was rated as a higher than average student and was a member of the California Scholarship Federation.
Survivors, besides the boys parents, are two sisters, Liduina, 17, a senior at Central Catholic, and Anne, 12, a pupil at St.
Stanislaus Elementary School, and two brothers, Peter, 10, and Paul, 8, both student at St. Stanislaus. Funeral services
were held Nov. 2 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Modesto where Rev. Thomas Whelan celebrated the Mass of the
Resurrection. Burial was in St. Stanislaus Catholic Cemetery with Carmody Memorial Chapel in charge.
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A. Vasconcellos Buried Today; A requiem mass will be celebrated today, Thursday, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in
Turlock for Alfred A. Vasconcellos, 62, of that city who died Friday. He is the brother of Mrs. Dan Rezendes of 27
North Seventh Street. Interment will be in Turlock Memorial Park.. He also leaves a daughter, Beverly George of
Michigan; a son, Maurice Vasconcellos of the U.S. Air Force in Texas; five other sisters, Mrs. Emily George of San
Diego, Mrs. Angie Leo of Modesto, Mrs. Florence Borges of Ceres, and Mrs. Margaret George and Mrs. Irene Ricardo of
Turlock; two, brothers, Edward Vasconcellos of Pleasant Hill and Joseph Vasconcellos of Turlock, and six
grandchildren. The Allen Mortuary was in charge of funeral arrangements.
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Mrs. Ventuleth Dies in Modesto Buried Here; Rev. Harold F. Blalkey conducted graveside services Tuesday in Patterson
District Cemetery for Mrs. Edwina Herberta Ventuleth, 79, who died Monday in a Modesto Convalescent Home. A
native of San Francisco, she lived in Patterson for 54 years before moving to Modesto three years ago. For 45 years she
worked as a pharmacist at the Eagle Drug store of which she was owner. Her first husband, Jack McElhern, started the
Eagle Drug in 1917. When he died in a flu epidemic the next year, she carried on the operation of the business. She
married Fred Ventuleth, also a pharmacist, three years later. The well know woman was a past patron of Patterson
Chapter 437, Order of Eastern Star. Surviving her are a daughter, Mrs. Frances Miller of Modesto, a son, Fred Ventuleth
of New York City; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
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Services Today in San Jose for Weisendanger; Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of
the Flowers, 900 South Second St., San Jose, for William Weisendanger, 66, who died Christmas Day in a San Jose
Hospital after a brief illness. Cremation and inurnment will follow. A native of Campbell, Weisendanger was a retired
San Jose rancher who moved to his ranch in the San Antonio Valley west of Patterson in 1957. He had owned this ranch
for 47 years. He leaves three sons, Ed of San Jose; Burton of San Antonio Valley, and Karl Weisendanger of Santa Clara;
two sisters, Delpha Weisendanger of State College, Pennsylvania, and Alice Weisendanger of Aguanja, and two
grandchildren.
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Services Held for Crone, Williams After Accident; Services were held Wednesday for two Patterson men who were
killed instantly early last Saturday morning when their pick-up plunged off the Early Intake-Cherry Valley Road four
miles north of Buck Meadows. Killed were Victor Newell Crone, 64, and Benjamin Hough Williams, 70. Crone, in
whose pickup they were riding was apparently the driver. Fog and a switchback curve were attributed by highway
patrolmen as the probable cause of the accident. No skid marks were found. Crone s body was found 400 feet down the
embankment under an aluminum boat, and William s body was discovered 200 feet farther down. The pickup landed in
the north fork of the Tuolumne River, some 800 feet from where It left the roadway. An inquest was held early this week.
Services were held in Evans Funeral Chapel Wednesday morning, for Mr. Crone with burial in Jerseyville, Illinois. He
was a native of that state, and had lived here 17 years, working as a self employed carpenter. He leaves a son, Robert Hall
Crone, and a daughter, Barbara Jane Crone, both of Patterson; three brothers, Virgil, Lawrence and James T. Crone, all of
Illinois. The family requested that remembrances be made to the Stanislaus County Heart Association or the Cancer
Society. Services were held Wednesday afternoon in the Evans Funeral Chapel for Mr. Williams, and burial was in
Acacia Memorial Park, Modesto. A native of Kentucky, Williams had lived in Patterson since 1924. He was a retired
diesel engineer employed by the Phillips 66 Company for 44 years. He was a member of the local Masonic Lodge and of
the West Side Sportsmen s Club. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Ellen Williams of Patterson; two daughters, Mrs. Patricia
Carol Hoffman of Sacramento and Mrs. Darlene Trevey of San Francisco; two sisters, Mrs. Jessie Treat of Newman and
Mrs. Anna Swote of Hayworth; two brothers, Edgar Kirby Williams of Lindsay and Bruce Raymond Williams of
Southern California, and two grandchildren.
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Oliver Willits Dies in East, Saturday Rites; Oliver G Willits, 78, father of Mrs. Harold "Margot" Jahn of 117 North Fifth
St., died Wednesday in his Barclay Hotel apartment in Philadelphia, Pa. A memorial service will be held Saturday in All
Saints Church, Wynnewood, Pa. A native of New York, Willits was the retired chairman of the board of directors of
Campbell Soup Co. He also served for years as the national chairman of the United Fund. Other survivors are two other
daughters, Mrs. Nan Blake of Jefferson, Mass., and Mrs. Sylvia Rittenhouse of St. David s, PA; six grandchildren and
one great grandchild.
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Funeral Today for Baby Boy; Graveside services will be held at 9 o clock this morning, Thursday, in Patterson District
Cemetery for Robert Roland Wilson, Jr. three days old, who died Monday in a Modesto hospital. Evans Funeral Chapel
is in charge of arrangements. Besides his parents at the family home, 355 Chase Street, he leaves a brother, Manuel
Wilson and three sisters, Norma, Laura and Sandra Wilson.
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Otto A. Wiltse Dies at Home, Kansas Burial; Otto A. Wiltse, 58, was found dead of natural causes a his cabin at Azevedo
Camp, East Las Palmas Ave., Sunday morning. The body was shipped from here Tuesday for funeral services in
Independence, Kansas. Webb Funeral Home of that city is in charge. A native of Kansas and a farm labor, he was
survived my his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Wilse of Independence.